In this reading, Dr. Nathan talks about the false friendliness of American students, which is something I can only partially agree with. There have been many times, especially when at the beginning of my first semester, where I'll have conversations with people I have just met and when it's time to say our goodbyes, we'll say something along the lines of "let's talk again soon" but we'll never exchange numbers. This is my fault partially, I never want to appear too forward with people and will wait for them to ask to exchange numbers most of the time, if they really want to hang out again. I don't think people do this because they never want to talk to that person again, I just think the level of acquaintance is unclear and both parties aren't sure if the other is actually enjoying themselves.
The section of the reading that I really enjoyed was when Dr. Nathan was discussing her experience with the international students. I've always been interested in other cultures and would love to learn from someone who has experienced them firsthand. I felt bad for them when they said that not many American students wanted to spend time with them. On a few occasions, I've met a few exchange students and talked to them, but as I mentioned before I've been too shy to ask for their information to meet up with them again. It's also interesting how the international students note how individualistic American students are, implying that unity and family are very important to other cultures while here, while socializing and relationships are very important, someone's individuality is also something that is placed with high value.
The section of the reading that I really enjoyed was when Dr. Nathan was discussing her experience with the international students. I've always been interested in other cultures and would love to learn from someone who has experienced them firsthand. I felt bad for them when they said that not many American students wanted to spend time with them. On a few occasions, I've met a few exchange students and talked to them, but as I mentioned before I've been too shy to ask for their information to meet up with them again. It's also interesting how the international students note how individualistic American students are, implying that unity and family are very important to other cultures while here, while socializing and relationships are very important, someone's individuality is also something that is placed with high value.